Knowledge, attitude and perception of Italian dental students toward HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer and vaccination: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a leading cause of oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer (OPSCC). This study aimed to carry out a Knowledge, Attitude and Perception survey on HPV infection, HPV+ OPSCC, and HPV vaccination among Italian dental students.

Methods

Through an online self-administered questionnaire consisting of 82 questions, data on dental students' sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes and perceptions concerning HPV+ OPSCC, infection and vaccination were acquired. A statistical analysis, based on their year of attendance (early career, from 1st to 3rd year vs. late career, from 4th to 6th year) was also conducted.

Results

A total of 412 dental students completed the questionnaire. Knowledge of HPV+ OPSCC was reported by 61

SUBMITTER: Musella G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11472497 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature